Important - GE GDT580SGF6WW Directives D'installation

Installation Preparation
PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE
33-1/2" to 34-3/4"
+
34-1/2" 1/4"
Underside of
Underside of
Countertop
Countertop
to Floor
to Floor
Plumbing and Electric Service
Must Enter Inside This Area
Figure A
• The rough cabinet opening must be at least 24" deep, 24"
wide and approximately 34-1/2" high from floor to underside
of the countertop.
DRAIN REQUIREMENTS
• Follow local codes and ordinances.
• Do not exceed 15' distance to drain.
NOTE: Air gap must be used, if waste tee or disposer
connection is less than 18" above floor to prevent siphoning.
DETERMINE DRAIN METHOD
The type of drain installation depends on the following
questions.
• Do local codes or ordinances require an air gap?
• Is waste tee less than 18" above floor?
If the answer to either question is YES, Method 1 MUST
be used.
• If the answers are NO, either method may be used.
CABINET PREPARATION
• Drill a 1-1/2" diameter hole in the cabinet wall within
the shaded areas shown in Figure A for the drain hose
connection. The hole should be smooth with no sharp edges.
IMPORTANT –
connecting drain line to disposer,
check to be sure that drain plug has
been removed. DISHWASHER WILL
NOT DRAIN IF PLUG IS LEFT IN PLACE.
This Wall Area
must be Free
of Pipes or
24"
wires
Min.
4"
6"
24"
Min.
When
WARNING:
installer must ensure that the dishwasher is completely enclosed
at the time of installation.
• The dishwasher must be installed so that drain hose is no
more than 12' in length for proper drainage.
• The dishwasher must be fully enclosed on the top, sides and
back, and must not support any part of the enclosure.
CLEARANCES:
• When installed into a corner,
allow 2" min. clearance
between dishwasher and
Cabinets
adjacent cabinet, wall or other
Square
and appliances. Allow 28-3/8" min.
Plumb
clearance from the front
of the dishwasher for door
opening. Figure B.
• Allow at least 6" between
dishwasher and range or
oven appliances.
Method 1 – Air Gap with Waste Tee or Disposer
An air gap must be used when required by local codes and ordi-
nances. The air gap must be installed according to manufacturer's
instructions.
Drain Hose Hanger
Remove
Drain
Plug
Method 2 – "High Drain Loop" with Waste Tee or Disposer
Tip: Avoid unnecessary service call charges.
Always be sure disposer drain plug has been removed before
attaching dishwasher drain hose to the disposer.
Countertop
Dishwasher
Clearance for Door
Opening 2" Minimum
Figure C
Drain Hose Hanger
32"
Min.
18"
Min.
Figure D
28-3/8"
Figure B
32"
Min.
18"
Min.
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